6 Yew Tree Cottages

About this property

Set in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, within walking distance of the town centre, is 6 Yew Tree Cottages, an idyllic, double-fronted, Cotswold Stone cottage, ideal for a couple or small group wanting to escape to the tranquil countryside of the Cotswolds. Park in your designated space opposite the property and take the short walk down the alleyway towards to cottage. Enter the gate and walk up the garden path, which separates lawn areas on either side, with a bench you can perch on as you enjoy the foliage of the space, most notably the large hanging tree that drapes vibrant red flowers over the garden, while to the side and three steps up is a patio area with additional seating, where you can enjoy an alfresco breakfast in this quaint setting. Step inside the property to be greeted by a charming sitting room, with furniture arranged around the feature stone fireplace, housing a woodburning stove, which can create a cosy ambiance when you feel like enjoying an evening in with a good film or book selected from the bookcase. Three steps up is the dining area, a mezzanine-style space that's perfect for enjoying any meals you have rustled up in neutrally-styled, contemporary kitchen, which is compact but well equipped with all of the necessary appliances, while the handy utility room offers a washing machine, should you wish to do any washing during your stay. Upstairs you will discover two bright and airy double bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite shower room with spacious walk-in shower and skylight, the other is served by the family bathroom, which offers a bath and handheld shower. Venture into the centre of Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds and originally an Iron Age fort, with history dating back to the 10th century, where you can meander the narrow streets, explore charming independent boutiques and idyllic Cotswold stone cottages, and dine at one of the gastro pubs, restaurants or tea rooms. The thriving market square regularly hosts events, including a monthly farmers' market, where you can pick up delicious local produce, as well as craft fairs and a bi-annual Gypsy Horse Fair. Walkers and cyclists are well-placed for a number of fantastic trails that encompass picturesque rolling Cotswolds countryside, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close by. Head to nearby and picturesque Bourton-on-the-Water, resting within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', it is one of the most popular Cotswolds destinations, boasting picturesque bridges above the River Windrush, which runs through the centre. Visit a host of attractions, including the Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, the Birdland & Jurassic Journey, which has a large park and gardens housing over five hundred birds, and Greystones Farm Nature Reserve. Explore the historic wonders of Blenheim Palace, a world heritage site and imposing country house of the Dukes of Marlborough, the National Trust's Snowshill Manor and Broadway Tower, reached via a hike up Broadway Hill. Further afield are the Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh, Shakespeare's birthplace Stratford-upon-Avon, the spa town of Cheltenham with its famous racecourse, and the waterfront city of Gloucester. 6 Yew Tree Cottages is perfectly placed for exploring the wonders of the Cotswolds.

Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds and originally an Iron Age Fort, is an ancient market town with busy market square that boasts monthly farmers' markets and other exciting events. Surrounded by elegant Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and a cricket museum, this quaint town is the epitome of olde worlde England. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy several trails that encompass the picturesque rolling countryside, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close by. Bourton-on-the-Water is within easy reach; known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', it lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower room, 1 x double.

Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Sitting room with mezzanine-style dining area and woodburning stove

heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Flatscreen TV Flatscreen Smart TV (there is no aerial therefore TV available are the iPlayers for BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5).

Some of these allow access to live TV.

There is also Netflix and a DVD player with a selection of DVDs.

Full instructions on how to use the TV are in the property, WiFi and selection of books.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Designated parking for 1 car.

Front lawn and raised patio with seating.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 mile